McMinnville High School vs South Salem High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Oregon, United States, 35 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McMinnville High School
McMinnville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,228 students
South Salem High School
Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,195 students
| Measure | McMinnville High School McMinnville, Oregon | South Salem High School Salem, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #73 of 215 | #97 of 215 |
| National rank | #9212 of 16,910 | #10212 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,228 | 2,195 |
| Enrollment | 2,228 | 2,195 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.1% | 89.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 39% |
| city | McMinnville | Salem |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McMinnville High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.9 vs 43.0).
- •McMinnville High School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 39%).
- •South Salem High School does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 73%).
- •McMinnville High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.1% vs 89.5%).
- •McMinnville High School does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 23.6).
- •McMinnville High School is the larger school with 2,228 students compared with 2,195.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is McMinnville High School better than South Salem High School?
On the Success Index (US), McMinnville High School ranks higher (46.9 vs 43.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are McMinnville High School and South Salem High School?
About 35 km in a straight line, between McMinnville and Salem in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McMinnville High School: 2,228. South Salem High School: 2,195. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McMinnville High School and South Salem High School rank in Oregon?
McMinnville High School is 73rd of 215 and South Salem High School is 97th of 215 among high schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).